Job Description An exciting opportunity has arisen within this Fire Service's Prevention Department for a Volunteer Coordinator, based in Rotherham, with agile working arrangements available. Volunteer Coordinator Hybrid working + South Yorkshire Travel Hours: Part Time – 14.8 hours per week over 2 days. Contract: Permanent Salary: £32,061 – £34,434 per annum (Grade 6) *To increase subject to national pay award negotiations for 2026. (£This is a rewarding role at the heart of the Service's prevention work, where you will lead and develop their volunteer programme, helping to create safer, stronger and more resilient communities. Volunteers play a vital role in delivering community safety initiatives, supporting vulnerable people and helping the organisation reach communities across South Yorkshire. As Volunteer Coordinator, you will ensure they have the support, training and opportunities they need to make a real impact. You will also help identify and create new volunteering opportunities, work closely with community partners, and promote volunteering across the organisation and wider community. The employer is looking for an enthusiastic, organised and people-focused individual who is passionate about community engagement and inclusion. You will have experience of working with local communities and engaging with people from vulnerable groups, alongside excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills. Monitoring, evaluating and reporting on volunteer activities and programme performance. Ensuring all volunteer activities operate in line with safeguarding, EDI and organisational policies. Developing and reviewing volunteering policies, procedures and quality standards. Building strong relationships with internal teams, community organisations and external partners. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys empowering people, building community connections and contributing to meaningful prevention work that helps keep people safe. The employer offers 28 days annual leave (pro-rata) plus Bank Holidays. Annual leave increases after 5 years’ service to 32 days, followed by an extra day a year up to a maximum of 37 days. Most of the employer's corporate roles offer flexi time and agile working, meaning people can vary their hours to suit their commitments outside of work as agreed with their line manager. All eligible corporate staff are auto-enrolled onto the Local Government Pension Scheme with personal contributions ranging from 5.5% to 12.5%. It is a defined benefit pension scheme that means pensions are based on salary and the length of paying into the scheme. Other benefits include (but not limited to) – enhanced sick pay, access to free on-site gyms, a cycle 2 work scheme, access to emergency services discounts across a wide variety of popular companies, enhanced maternity and paternity schemes and the opportunity to join the TransaveUK credit union. The employer is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives and talents. They warmly welcome applications from individuals who identify with underrepresented groups within their workforce, including individuals from Minority Ethnic backgrounds, women, those who identify as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, or Transgender (LGBT+), and individuals with disabilities. In addition, they will look to support anyone who requires Part Time/Job share working hours. Please note the appointment is subject to successful pre-employment screening i.e. asylum and immigration check, references, medical screening, and a minimum of a standard level Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check which includes current and spent criminal records information. Enhanced checks with barred lists will be carried out for roles that undertake ‘regulated activity’ which is a term related to working with children or vulnerable adults. The employer's recruitment and selection procedures reflect their commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of Adults, Children and Young People. No agencies please.
Volunteer Network Coordinator in Rotherham employer: CHM
This children's charity, with over 60 years of impactful work, is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee wellbeing and professional growth. Located in the vibrant London Fields area, the organisation offers a flexible working environment, generous benefits including 30 days of annual leave and a robust pension scheme, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about driving positive change for children and young people.
